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Why Choose the Nuevo Calypso White Ceramic Wall Tile 6×18?

The Nuevo Calypso Glazed Colore Look Ceramic Tile delivers a flat, clean white glazed finish in an elongated 6″ x 18″ format that minimizes grout lines compared to standard subway tile patterns.

This is a solid, straight cut ceramic wall and light traffic floor tile measuring exactly 6 inches by 18 inches with a substantial 25/64″ (10mm) thickness. Each piece features a smooth, high reflectance glazed finish over a durable clay base, offering native dust and dirt resistance. Packaged safely at 16 pieces per box, a single carton provides exactly 12 square feet of coverage. An individual piece weight of 3.31 lbs (4.41 lbs per square foot) ensures structural stability and heavy-use durability for interior wall assemblies.

This format is structurally rated for clean, stable installations across both commercial and residential interior zones:

• Kitchen Backsplashes: Wipes clean instantly of oils, grease, and organic cooking splatters due to its non porous glazed face. It serves as an ideal, low maintenance backsplash solution.

• Shower Bathroom Walls: Impervious to water penetration; resists ongoing steam absorption and subsequent substrate degradation.

• Residential Interior Floors: Certified for low impact residential footwear areas, including master bedrooms and powder rooms.

• Commercial Interior Walls: Built to withstand aggressive sanitation regimens in hotel lobbies, office breakrooms, and retail displays.

Compared to typical 3″ x 6″ subway tiles, this 6″ x 18″ dimension slashes the number of grout joints by two thirds, dramatically reducing future scrubbing labor and creating a more expansive visual flow across small spaces. Unlike organic handmade terracotta or natural tiles, which vary significantly in thickness and require irregular joints, our straight cut ceramic edges align tightly for precise installations. If you love the look but want to see alternative sizes or styles, check out our full collection of ceramic tiles and white tiles.

For a clean, monolithic look, install this tile using a vertical stack bond with a pure, bright white grout. If you want to accentuate its elongated modern proportions, use a classic running bond offset paired with a soft charcoal or mid grey grout. This bright white glazing acts as an excellent neutral anchor, perfectly balancing rich walnut vanities, matte black hardware, or heavily veined natural quartzite countertops.

Always order a minimum of 10% over allocation for straight horizontal runs, and 15% if executing complex herringbone or vertical layouts to account for necessary edge waste and cuts. Clean solely with non acidic, pH neutral cleaners; avoid abrasive pumice pads, which can micro scratch the reflective glazed protective layer over time.

• Q: Can this 6×18 tile be used on outdoor patios or pool decks?

  • A: No. This ceramic tile is strictly rated for indoor walls and light traffic residential interior floors. Freezing conditions can crack the surface glaze, and the smooth finish lacks the necessary slip resistance for wet outdoor surfaces.

• Q: What thinset mortar is recommended for this 25/64″ thick ceramic tile?

  • A: Use a standard polymer-modified thinset mortar. Because of the elongated 18 inch length, use a 1/4″ x 3/8″ square-notched trowel to guarantee full mortar transfer to the back of every tile during placement.

Select Order a Sampleto receive a full 6″x18″ swatch piece, or input your project’s total square footage above to calculate accurate box counts with built in waste margins. On a tight budget? Explore limited overstock deals on our clearance page to see if we have discounted lots that fit your project scope.

Product Length:6″

Product Width:18″

Product Thickness:25/64″

Product Weight:4.41 lbs / square feet

Product Coverage (sq. ft. / pcs):0.75

Box Quantity:16 pcs

Box Weight:52.92 lbs

Box Coverage:12 sq. ft.

Material:Ceramic

Color:White

Finish:Glazed

Edge:Straight Cut

Shape:Rectangular